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Best Of Elizabeth Gaskell

Gaskell, Elizabeth

 
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Mary Barton (1848), read by Maggie Ollerenshaw, tells the story of our heroine, who is torn between two lovers. She is also divided between loyalty to her family and social justice, when false accusations lead to the condemnation of an innocent man. Dramatic and romantic; a tale of desperation, tragedy, and optimism in the face of adversity. North and South (1855), read by Jenny Agutter, is a largely autobiographical story. A genteel countryside family are shocked by grimy and squalid inner-city conditions when they move into town. The daughter, Margaret Hale, vows to promote equality for workers. As she befriends the working-class families, she starts to discover herself, too.

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Elizabeth Gaskell (1810-65), born in London, was liberally educated and later married a Unitarian minister and moved to Manchester. The difference between sleepy, rural Knutsford and the rapidly industrialising Manchester both appalled and intrigued Gaskell. Heralded as a spokesperson for the city's working class, Gaskell's stories show empathy for labourers and their families. Gaskells' works are skilfully crafted and totally absorbing; focusing on social understanding and reconciliation.

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